⁸ I listen carefully to what God the Lord is saying,
    for he speaks peace to his faithful people.
    But let them not return to their foolish ways.

¹⁰ Those who know your name trust in you,
    for you, O Lord, do not abandon those who search for you.

⁴ Our ancestors trusted in you,
    and you rescued them.

⁷ The Lord is my strength and shield.
    I trust him with all my heart.
He helps me, and my heart is filled with joy.
    I burst out in songs of thanksgiving.

³ Trust in the Lord and do good.
    Then you will live safely in the land and prosper.

⁸ O my people, trust in him at all times.
    Pour out your heart to him,
    for God is our refuge. Interlude

¹² O Lord of Heaven’s Armies,
    what joy for those who trust in you.

⁸ It is better to take refuge in the Lord
    than to trust in people.

¹ Those who trust in the Lord are as secure as Mount Zion;
    they will not be defeated but will endure forever.